ELI, the distance learning unit of NVCC, offers students a way to take all—or most—of their courses toward an associate degree in Business Administration, Business Management (including specialization in Public Management), General Studies, Information Systems Technology (Microcomputer specialization), and Liberal Arts through distance-learning technologies. In addition, ELI offers courses required for a Career Studies Certificate in Medical Transcription and a Certificate in Professional Writing for Business, Government, and Industry. These degrees and certificates are offered by NVCC campus academic divisions. Distance Learning students have the option of taking required courses through ELI and can also apply ELI courses to other degrees. Prospective degree candidates should contact the ELI counselor, a campus counselor, or an academic advisor to plan their program of study.